2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 Ford F-250 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 233 kg more than 2004 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2004 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2873 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 144 L |
